Switch laying hens to a complete chicken layer feed when chickens start laying eggs around 18 weeks of age. Choose a complete layer feed that includes all 38 essential nutrients laying hens need to lay strong and stay strong. Then make the transition gradually over one week.

When you turn 18, you can do a lot of new things. You can vote, buy fireworks and even try your luck with the lottery. The magical number means: welcome to adulthood.

For backyard chickens, the number 18 means the same thing. Eighteen weeks is the age when laying hens are considered adults. Most excitingly, it’s the time when many chicken breeds will start laying eggs. At this key milestone, switch your hens to a chicken layer feed.

This feed switch is an essential step in the road to farm fresh eggs because hens require different nutrients to produce eggs as compared to when they are growing.

To produce an egg each day, hens need high levels of calcium, vitamins, and minerals. Hens transfer many of these nutrients directly into their eggs, so the nutrients in layer feed play an essential role in the eggs hens produce.

Consider the following steps when transitioning to a complete chicken layer feed:

1. Choose a chicken layer feed that matches your goals.

The best chicken feed for layers depends on your flock goals. Select a complete layer feed before the transition begins. Ideally, make your layer feed decision by week 16, so you’re ready to make the transition at week 18.

First, look for a complete layer feed. This means the feed should be formulated to provide all 38 unique nutrients laying hens require without a need to supplement.

• For organic hens and eggs: Purina® Organic layer feed
• For added omega-3 in your eggs: Purina® Layena® Plus Omega-3
• For strong, healthy hens: Purina® Layena® pellets or crumbles

Each of these chicken layer feeds is made with simple, wholesome ingredients, 16 percent protein, at least 3.25 percent calcium as well as key vitamins and minerals. They also include our exclusive Oyster Strong® System, so everything hens need is included in the bag – no need to supplement.

These are just the essentials, though. Additional ingredients in Purina® complete layer feeds help bring hen health and egg quality to the next level.
A few next-level ingredients to look for include:

• For rich, yellow yolks: Marigold extract
• For strong, protective shells: Oyster Strong® System
• For immune and digestive health: Prebiotics and probiotics
• For vibrant feathering: Essential amino acids such as lysine and methionine
• For omega-rich eggs: Added omega-3 fatty acids

2. Transition to chicken layer feed over one week.

When birds reach 18 weeks old or when the first egg arrives, gradually switch your laying hens to a layer feed. It’s important to make the transition over time to prevent digestive upset.

On our farm in Missouri, we’ve found it’s best to make chicken feed transitions over time rather than all at once. We mix the starter-grower feed and layer feed evenly for four or five days. If birds are used to crumbles, start with a crumble layer feed. The same goes with pellets. The more similar the two chicken feeds are, the more smoothly the transition will go.

Many hens will eat the mixed feed without noticing a difference. When laying hens are eating both feeds, you can stop feeding the starter-grower feed and make the complete switch to all-layer feed. It is important to give your birds enough time to adjust to the new diet. Most birds will adjust within a couple of days but some can take a couple of weeks to fully transition to their new diet.

3. Keep chicken feed consistent.

Once the transition to layer feed is complete, it’s best to maintain a routine.

We recommend providing free choice layer feed to hens and switching out the feed each morning and evening. Laying hens eat approximately 0.25 pounds of complete feed each day, equaling about one-half cup.

If birds are free-ranging, offer complete layer feed before they go out in the morning. This will help them consume the essential nutrients before filling up on less nutritionally balanced insects and plants.

It’s important for the complete feed to make up at least 90 percent of the hen’s diet. We feed complete layer feeds on our farm because they are formulated to provide all 38 nutrients hens require at the correct levels. It’s reassuring to know that each bite of feed is balanced to keep our hens healthy and producing quality eggs.

Content courtesy of Patrick Biggs, Ph.D., Nutritionist, Companion Animal Technical Solutions

Are you tired of feeling like you’re melting under the scorching sun? Do you feel like your home gets too hot, making it unbearable to function? Say no more! We’ve got the perfect solution for your situation – the Orbit mist cooling kit!

This revolutionary cooling system has taken the market by storm. It is making it possible for people to remain comfortable and at ease even in the hottest of weather.

When we say that this kit is revolutionary, we’re not kidding. The Orbit mist cooling kit is a specially designed system that uses hot air and then transforms it into cool refreshing air with just a spray of mist. It’s a simple system that comprises a high-pressure pump, a misting line, and spray nozzles. When activated, the high-pressure pump creates a fine mist by spraying a stream of water into the air. As a resule, the mist evaporates onto the air, thus cooling it.

What makes the cooling kit exceptional is that it’s designed to work without making your space damp. The fine mist evaporates before it has a chance to accumulate on the floor or on surfaces. Therefore, it never leaves your space feeling wet. In addition, the kit is built to fit seamlessly into any physical space, whether you need to keep your home or outdoor area cool.

Now that you understand what the Orbit mist cooling kit is and how it works let’s talk about the benefits. Firstly, the Orbit mist cooling kit is an eco-friendly option. It consumes very little electricity compared to air conditioning units. Secondly, it effectively controls the humidity levels of your space, keeping you comfortable but not damp. Thirdly, the system is incredibly easy to install and maintain and can be up and running in no time without the need for professional help. Finally, the system is incredibly affordable, making it accessible to anyone looking to beat the heat.

The benefits don’t stop there. The Orbit mist cooling kit is also incredibly versatile and can be used in a range of spaces. Whether you’re looking to cool down your backyard patio or a pool party at home, the cooling kit is engineered to serve you effectively.

If you’re looking for a cost-effective, easy-to-install, and eco-friendly system that offers superior performance, the Orbit mist cooling kit is the solution. It’s perfectly designed to fit into any space, effectively cools your area, and maintains your comfort levels while preserving the environment. You shouldn’t have to put up with the unbearable heat when you can keep cool in style with the Orbit mist cooling kit. Head on over to J&N Feed and Seed and take the first step towards a comfortable lifestyle.

Summer is a great time to enjoy and relax with your chickens. However, you might notice some changes in their behavior and health especially during hot weather. Chickens, just like humans, can suffer from dehydration and heat exhaustion when temperatures rise. To combat these risks, Purina recently introduced a new product, the Electrolyte and Antioxidant Supplement for Chickens. Let’s take a closer look at the benefits of this supplement and why you should consider feeding it to your chickens during hot weather.

What Is The Purina Electrolyte and Antioxidant Supplement for Chickens?
The Purina Electrolyte and Antioxidant Supplement is designed to keep your chickens healthy and hydrated during hot weather. This supplement has a range of essential nutrients and antioxidants that help combat heat stress and improve overall health. The supplement contains trace minerals, including zinc and manganese, as well as vitamins that help boost your chicken’s immune system. Additionally, it contains electrolytes like sodium, chloride, and potassium that maintain the right balance of fluids in your chicken’s body.

What Are The Benefits Of The Purina Electrolyte and Antioxidant Supplement for Chickens?
The benefits of the Purina Electrolyte and Antioxidant Supplement are many, and they come in handy, especially during hot weather. First, the supplement helps prevent dehydration, which can be deadly for chickens. Chickens need ample water to stay healthy, and this supplement ensures that they maintain the right balance of fluids in their body. Secondly, the supplement helps reduce heat stress, which can lead to poor egg production, slower growth, and even death in extreme cases.

Moreover, the supplement helps promote immune health, which is essential during hot weather when your chickens’ immune system is vulnerable. Lastly, the supplement contains antioxidants that protect your chickens’ cells from damage and boost their overall health. Feeding your chickens this supplement during hot weather is, therefore, a great way to take care of their overall health.

How To Feed Purina Electrolyte and Antioxidant Supplement to Chickens
Feeding Purina Electrolyte and Antioxidant Supplement to your chickens is easy and straightforward. Simply mix one scoop of the supplement in one gallon of clean water, and give it to your chickens. You can mix more or less of the supplement mixture depending on the number of chickens you have. The supplement should be offered daily during hot weather, and it’s crucial to change the water daily.

Where Can I Find The Purina Electrolyte and Antioxidant Supplement for Chickens?
The Purina Electrolyte and Antioxidant Supplement for Chickens is widely available at J&N Feed and Seed in Graham, Texas. The supplement is at an affordable price point and comes in different sizes depending on the number of chickens you have.

The Purina Electrolyte and Antioxidant Supplement for Chickens is a must-have supplement during hot weather to help maintain your chicken’s overall health. This supplement is easy to administer and contains essential nutrients and antioxidants that help combat heat stress, dehydration, and promote immune health. As a chicken owner, you should prioritize the health and wellness of your chickens, and feeding them this supplement is a great way to do that.

Summer is here, and with it comes hot and humid weather that can make our equine friends uncomfortable. High temperatures can cause dehydration, fatigue, and even colic in horses. As responsible horse owners, it is our duty to maintain their health and well-being. Fortunately, there is a solution that can help keep your equine cool, hydrated, and happy during the warm weather months: Purina RepleniMash. Let’s discuss what Purina RepleniMash is and why it is an excellent choice for your horse during hot weather conditions.

What is Purina RepleniMash?

Purina RepleniMash is a complete feed specially formulated for horses who need extra hydration during hot weather. It is a mash made with high-quality ingredients such as oats, bran, and beet pulp. It is easy to prepare by simply adding warm water, allowing it to soak, and then feeding it to your horse. Purina RepleniMash is packed with vitamins, minerals, and electrolytes, making it an excellent nutritional supplement for horses that are mildly dehydrated.

Why should you feed Purina RepleniMash during hot weather?

As mentioned before, high temperatures can cause dehydration in horses, which can lead to severe health problems. Purina RepleniMash is designed to keep horses hydrated and maintain their electrolyte balance. Additionally, Purina RepleniMash is highly digestible, which means that it is easy on their digestive system during high-stress times. Feeding Purina RepleniMash during hot weather can help prevent dehydration, improve your horse’s overall health, and help them perform to its full potential.

What are the benefits of feeding Purina RepleniMash during hot weather?

There are many benefits to feeding your horse Purina RepleniMash during hot weather. Firstly, it can help prevent dehydration and colic. Secondly, it can improve your horse’s coat condition due to the high-quality ingredients in the mash. Thirdly, it can boost their energy and performance levels, allowing your horse to maintain their training schedule even during the hottest months. Finally, it is a cost-effective solution compared to other electrolyte supplements on the market.

How to feed Purina RepleniMash to your horse?

Feeding Purina RepleniMash to your horse is straightforward. Simply add the required amount of mash to a bucket and mix in warm water. Allow the mash to soak for a few minutes before feeding it to your horse. Purina RepleniMash can be fed as a complete feed or as a supplement to your horse’s regular diet. The recommended amount of Purina RepleniMash will depend on your horse’s weight and activity level.

Purina RepleniMash is an excellent solution for horse owners who are looking to keep their equine friends healthy, happy, and hydrated during hot weather. It is packed with high-quality ingredients and essential nutrients that can help prevent dehydration and improve your horse’s performance levels. Furthermore, it is easy to prepare and cost-effective compared to other electrolyte supplements on the market. At the end of the day, we all want our horses to be happy and healthy, and feeding them Purina RepleniMash can help ensure that. So, what are you waiting for? Stop by J&N Feed and try Purina RepleniMash today and keep your equine cool!

Whether you raise deer professionally or are a hobbyist looking to attract more wildlife to your property, you know the importance of quality feed. That’s why J&N Feed and Seed. is excited to announce the availability of Purina AntlerMax Deer 20 with Climate Guard and Bio LG Supplement. Let’s explore what makes this new product so great.

Purina AntlerMax Deer 20 with Climate Guard offers an optimal blend of nutrition for deer in any climate. The special coating on each pellet helps protect it from extreme weather conditions, ensuring it remains palatable for the deer no matter how hot or cold it gets. It also contains a high-protein ration to help promote antler growth and healthy body condition throughout the year.

The Bio LG Supplement Offers More Benefits
In addition to offering optimal nutrition, Purina AntlerMax Deer 20 with Climate Guard also comes with the unique Bio LG supplement included in each bag. This supplement is formulated using natural ingredients that provide numerous benefits like improved digestive efficiency, enhanced nutrient absorption, and better overall health for your deer herd—all without any added hormones or antibiotics! Not only does Bio LG help ensure maximum nutrition delivery, but it also helps reduce waste by making sure that every bite counts—so you get more bang for your buck out of every bag of feed!

Improve Your Deer Herd’s Health Today
No matter what region you live in, Purina AntlerMax Deer 20 with Climate Guard and Bio LG Supplement can help improve the health of your deer herd. Stop by J&N Feed & Seed in Graham, Texas today to pick up a bag and start seeing results right away!

Father’s Day is Sunday, June 18th this year and J&N Feed & Seed has several products sure to put a smile on Dad’s face. Check out our Father’s Day Gift Guide.

The NEBO® Essentials Trio Flashlight set is an all-in-one lighting solution designed to meet every need. This rechargeable and versatile set includes a hand-held flashlight, hands-free headlamp, and lantern for ultimate convenience. No matter the situation or environment, this set can provide up to 1200 lumens of illumination with a beam distance of 250 meters for optimal visibility.

The hand-held flashlight features a high-performance LED that provides up to 120 lumens of brightness and a 50 meter beam range. It is also equipped with a lanyard and belt clip for easy portability so you never have to worry about leaving it behind. The hands-free headlamp has adjustable settings so you can focus the light on specific areas with ease. Its lightweight design allows you to use it comfortably even in long hours without fatigue. Finally, the lantern can be used as an overhead light source when camping or outdoors – providing up to 400 lumens of brightness for illuminating large areas.

In addition, this set includes an integrated rechargeable battery which offers up to 6 hours of runtime on the highest setting and 10 hours on low setting – making it perfect for extended outdoor trips. It also comes with a USB charging cable that ensures you always have access to power whenever you need it most! With its superior lighting capacity, versatility, and portability, the NEBO® Essentials Trio Flashlight set is the perfect choice for any outdoor enthusiast looking for reliable lighting solutions!

Another option for Father’s Day is the TRUE PrimalForge™ kit. This was made with your grilling and wood-fired smoking obsession in mind. The set includes one PrimalForge™ Chopper Knife, one PrimalForge™ Tanto Slicer Knife, and a waxed canvas storage roll that is reinforced with slots to keep your knives organized until your next cookout.

Carve, chop, cut, and slice with ease as you prepare steaks, ribs, tri-tip, brisket and more using knives that are up to the task. The hefty handles feel great in your hand and are made of real Monzo wood, known for its’ dense hardness and water-resistant properties. The sturdy, stainless-steel blades are are unapologetically unrefined yet razor sharp and easy-to-maintain with full tang construction that ensures long-lasting durability.

Welcome to the Hall of Flame. Save up to $300 on select Traeger grills now through June 21st. From classic slow-smoked BBQ to gourmet multi-course meals, your Traeger can do it all. Endless cooking options and epic flavor combine with an array of game-changing features to deliver an outdoor cooking experience unlike any other. Get your new grill in time for Father’s Day to make for the perfect present.

Select Traeger grills are on sale for up to $300 off, and just in time for Father’s Day. Get your grill in time for summer to make memorable meals.

$100 off Pro 22 & Pro 34
$10o off Pro 575 & Pro 780
$200 off the Ironwood 650 & Ironwood 885
$2.00 off all rubs, sauces and pellets

Thermacell mosquito repellants are a convenient and effective way to keep mosquitoes away while enjoying outdoor activities. Powered by a single AAA battery, the device emits allethrin, a synthetic version of an insect-repelling chemical found in chrysanthemums. This odorless and silent repellent provides users with a safe and easy way to protect themselves from pesky mosquitos without having to apply sprays or lotions.

The device is small and lightweight, making it highly portable and easy to use. It also comes with a range of different accessories such as wall mounts, hanging straps, clip-on adapters, and more which make it easier for users to install the device wherever they need it most. Additionally, the product is designed with durability in mind so it can withstand varying types of weather and exposure.

One of the main benefits of Thermacell mosquito repellants is their effectiveness compared to traditional methods like sprays or lotions. Not only does this product provide protection against mosquitoes faster than aerosols but it also covers larger areas with just one device – up to an area as large as 15 by 15 feet when used outdoors. Furthermore, unlike aerosols, Thermacell refills can last up to four hours before needing replacement, meaning users don’t have to worry about continuously applying sprays or lotions during their outdoor activities.

Thermacell mosquito repellants provide an efficient way for people who enjoy spending time outdoors to protect themselves from mosquitoes without having to worry about applying sprays or lotions. The product’s portability makes it easy for users to take it anywhere they go while its durability ensures that it will stand the test of time even when exposed to harsh conditions. Finally, its effectiveness compared to traditional methods like aerosols makes it one of the best options on the market today for keeping mosquitos at bay while enjoying outdoor activities!

Pick one up at J & N Feed & Seed.